These Disturbing Female Portraits Juxtapose Violence with Glamor

These talented yet disturbing female portraits by artist Amanda Elizabeth Joseph intricately combine seduction and grotesque into a series of remarkably compelling pictures. The illustrations feature young females adorned in sequins that appear to be drawing one's attention towards evidence of abuse and violence. The grim depiction surrounding areas of bruising or discoloring are juxtaposed by the intended glamor of dazzling sequins.